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From old superstitions to comical customs. Wedding tradition in the South is nothing to be messed with. It starts the moment we say yes, and it ends well after we say I do. Credit: TriStar Pictures/ Courtesy: Everett Collection Here are 9 old-fashioned wedding customs in the South that we heed and cherish. Many of the most commonly used charms have specific meanings. Pull a hot air balloon, and youre destined to live a life of adventure and travel....

Heres how to avoid renovators regret. Abig home projectis exciting, but not to be taken lightly. Thats why its important to get it right the first time. Credit: Laurey W. Glenn Before embarking on a backyard renovation, heed this advice from two Southern experts. Hereswhat not to dowhenrenovating your backyard. Myers agrees that having a plan in place is a must. Credit: Laurey W. Glenn So, dont just come up with a plan, but find the right plan that works for you....

Dont let your basement just be a half-finished storage room. We often list thebasementas a terrace level on our plans." Here are ninebasement remodelingtrends according to custom home builders. Credit:Laurey W. Glenn; Stylist: Matthew Gleason And dont forget to take into account on-camera meetings. Extra Bathroom For entertainment-heavy basements, an additionalpowder roomis always a good idea. Chatham recommends sliding or bi-fold doors so that the space transitions seamlessly. Credit:Courtesy of Paloma Contreras Design, by Aimèe Mazzenga...

Beachfront rooms and spacious suites are calling. Its a popular destination formulti-generational groups, retirees, and trips of all kindsfrom bachelorettes to weekend getaways. To meet that demand, theres a roster of hundreds of hotels. Credit:Hilton Grand Vacations Club Ocean Enclave Myrtle Beach Its also a great option for anyone traveling for a week or more. Simultaneously elegant and casual, the resort feels like a hidden gem in Myrtle Beach. Consider booking one of the oceanfront rooms at Marriott Myrtle Beach Resort & Spa at Grande Dunes....

Add Providence Canyon State Park to your bucket list. Short-sighted farming practices in the 1800s created these unusual geological formations. One of the prettieststate parksin Georgia, guaranteed to satisfy photographers and nature lovers alike. Credit: Georgia Department of Natural Resources Read on for everything you should probably know before planning a weekend getaway to visit Providence Canyon. If you want to reserve a picnic shelter, call the park to check capacity limits beforemaking a reservation....

Take a stroll around botanical gardens and wildlife preserves. Sit back with a beer or a cone oflocally churned ice cream. Antiquers looking for unique collections should pin Lakeland on the map as a bountiful destination for found treasure. Credit:Getty Images For a well-curated experience, stop inJune Taylor. Make conversation with Lakeland local and boutique owner, Kelly Riley. But its her abstract artwork sold in vintage frames that have developed a coveted following....

The tiny town was named for its geographic similarities to the Swiss Alps. Here are the best things to do in Little Switzerland, North Carolina. The cozy three-story complex opened in 1986 as a bookstore. Credit:Courtesy of Visit North Carolina Browse the gift selection to find a souvenir to bring home. Youll also find womens apparel at Spruced Boutique and sweets, coffee, treats, andpicnic itemsfrom Provisions Haus. Inside the caverns stays a cool 52 degrees year-round....

Soak up the beauty of Sanibel Island, Florida, Americas shelling capital. “Pack your bags. Deep in the trenches of a Maryland winter, Evelyn was more than happy to oblige. Credit: Cedric Angeles As many locals will tell you, Sanibel can have a way of wooing without warning. Compared to its city neighbors,TampaandFort Myers, the island does feel otherworldly. There are no stoplights, high-rises, or big-chain grocery stores. Bike paths snake through lush foliage on Sanibel Island, where more than half the land is protected....

If you press links we provide, we may receive compensation. Alamance County Visitors Bureau No, Saxapahaw is not a town dreamed up by William Faulkner. This charming spot in North Carolina is real, and its worth a visit. Credit:Alamance County Visitors Bureau Unlike other once-booming industry towns that faded away over time, Saxapahaw reinvented itself. Youll feel it, even if youre just passing through for a day. Here’s the best way to spend your time in Saxapahaw....

Never pass up these secondhand finds. Mint Images - Bill Miles One of the joys ofsecondhandshopping is never knowing what youre going to find. Place one on your coffee table and use it to house your matchbook collection! Credit:Mint Images - Bill Miles McCoy McCoy pottery is popular among collectors, and Keyes enjoys sourcing vintage vessels for client projects. Virginia Metal Crafters Hanley likes to pick up smallerdecor itemsfrom this brand when she comes across them....

Doorsare woven so finely into our lives, so why settle for basic? These Dutch doors have captured our hearts and made it onto our renovation to-do list. Blue Skies Who doesn’t love ablue front door? Credit: Photo: Alison Miksch The surrounding plants complement the Caribbean-looking door reminding visitors of beach towns and Mediterranean coastlines. Secret Bar Thistraditional Georgian homein Atlanta hides a world of color behind its classic brick facade....

It’s time to shut the door on plain white. Want to give your own doors the five-star treatment? Here are nine designer-approved interior door colors that will give your space an elevated look. Credit:O’Hara Interiors We painted the inset panel of this little girls bedroom Benjamin Moore Passion Fruit." “For a vibrant and happy color, Benjamin Moore Firefly is my absolute favorite. Sarah Storms, principal designer atStyled by Storms. Credit:Lark Interiors/Jen Morley Burner...

Getty Images Sometimes its obvious when yourecleaningsomething incorrectly. Other times, its notuntil something happens, like damage to your home or even sickness. Often, fixing the bad habit just saves you time and money. Credit:Getty Images This is what to look out for in your owncleaning routine. Our point is that you dont need a specific cleaner for every surface, they explain. Using excessive products can be costly and even contribute to indoor air pollution....